90% of the Patriot Act was permanent law and is law today. A few of the most objectionable parts had "sunset" provisions in them and those (after several rounds

90% of the Patriot Act was permanent law and is law today. A few of the most objectionable parts had "sunset" provisions in them and those (after several rounds of modifications and numerous extensions) are what has, finally, been allowed to expire. Most of the provisions of the Patriot Act are in effect today and will be until a future Congress changes them.